Splatter House - Wanpaku Graffiti Game

Ever heard of Splatter House but wished it had a little more… whimsy? Enter Splatter House: Wanpaku Graffiti—the NES’s bizarre, tongue-in-cheek spin on the horror classic that swaps gruesome terror for goofy, monster-smashing fun. Imagine the same creepy mansion and familiar ghouls, but now you’re a cute, big-headed Rick (the series’ hero) bonking enemies with bones, dodging sentient jack-o’-lanterns, and even riding a skateboard through levels. It’s like the developers took the original’s spooky vibe, dunked it in cartoon syrup, and served up a side-scrolling beat-’em-up that’s equal parts charming and chaotic.

While it strays far from the grim tone of its arcade sibling, Wanpaku Graffiti nails that NES-era weirdness we all love—think Castlevania meets Adventure Time. The gameplay’s simple but addictive, with power-ups that turn you into a werewolf or a mummy, and bosses so silly you’ll forget to be scared. A hidden gem for retro fans, it’s proof that even horror icons can let loose and have fun. Just don’t blame us if you start humming its infectiously quirky soundtrack afterward!